Similes

·         The word ‘simile’ is derived from the Latin word ‘similis’ which mean ‘like’. Therefore, simile means likeness.

·         A simile is a definite or direct expression of a likeness between two different objects or events.

Example :

·         He cried  like a baby.

·         Similes may use an adjective or a verb in order to draw comparison between two things.

Examples :

·         He cried like a baby.

·         She was as white as snow.

Remember

   Similes use words such as ‘like’ and ‘as’ in order to make comparisons.